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Human Pylon in Catalonian village, Spain

May 12, 1959 - The Human Pylon In Catalonia. The traditional folklore demonstration was held recently in a village in Catalonia. The centre of attraction at the fete is the formation of Xiquets or human pylons are built higher and higher until eventually they collapse. But there are always plenty of volunteers to repair the damage - and the Pylon goes up once again. Photo shows The Xiquet nears its peak - it will topple at any moment

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13191053
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46938059
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4400px x 5627px (1.3MB)
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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